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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1895
Page
1
In New Orleans on May 6 the Supreme Court rejected the Olympic Club’s right to stage prize boxing. The ruling overturned Judge Righter’s earlier decision and remanded the case, delivering a death blow to prize fights in the city.
The Fenton powers contest at Banta Hall was postponed for one week due to illness of a principal.
Alfred Brown was presented with a crayon portrait of himself last evening at his home on 131 Hudson street by John J. Berry on behalf of a company of friends who had gathered. The guests spent the evening in dancing and other amusements.
Paris reports Japanese minister Sone Arasuke told M. Hanotaux that Japan abandons permanent possession of the Liao Tung peninsula and Port Arthur. Tokyo dispatches indicate willingness to surrender Liao Tung to Germany as well. Premier Ito and Ito Miyoji arrive at Port Arthur en route to Che Foo for treaty ratifications, with Kyoto cabinet meetings ongoing.
The Gossamer Rubber Company faces renewed arbitration as strikers reject terms not offering re employment under old conditions. A firm delegation denied proposing a consultative committee. Ellen G Starr of Hull House visited Hyde Park to offer support amid the fifth week of labor unrest.
London reports Oscar Wilde will be freed tomorrow and may depart for the seaside at once. Authorities plan to arraign him again but church leaders and other eminent figures press the government to avoid reprinting the harmful details of the case publicly.
In Coney Island on May 6 Steve O'Donnell outboxed Jake Kilrain over twenty five rounds at catchweights 180 to 210 pounds. O'Donnell attacked Kilrain’s nose and eye, securing a knockout at 1:18 of the twenty first round. Kilrain keeled after a brutal sequence and the referee stopped the fight for mercy. Prelims saw Young Corbett defeat Jim Holmes.
The saying emphasizes that outcomes create trust and fame for those who deliver results. It asserts that tangible results outshine words in establishing a lasting reputation and broad popularity among audiences and stakeholders.
An ad purports Dana's Sarsaparilla as a miraculous tonic for keeping people well with timely use. It touts numerous cures and claims its great effectiveness across New England, emphasizing the product as a kind of remedy.
Curtis takes office as Boston's new commissioner on his first day. He outlines immediate priorities and meets department heads to assess city needs.
Charles P. Curtis Jr enters headquarters as the new Boston police commissioner. He takes the oath at the State House and begins a cautious, modest tenure under General Martin, focusing on learning the office and licensing matters while earning the department’s warm respect.
General Counsel Parker Chandler and Thomas W. Lawson continue talks in New York to settle the Bay State and Brookline war. A planned consolidation would see both firms appoint sympathetic officers and end rivalry, with a legislative bill for a merger delayed until next year.
Beginning Thursday Morning May 9 at 8 o clock we inaugurate the greatest clothing sale in Boston. Our wholesale and retail stocks totaling nearly 250000 will be offered at retail at prices lower than ever before for men boys and children high grade garments. All garments are new and made in our own rooms for this season. We sell only our own make and sacrifice due to slow season and need for money. Satisfaction guaranteed with money refunded. Buyers should wait until Thursday morning May 9.
The gas dispute dominates Senate debate with daily developments adding gravity. Senators favor private settlement between rival companies unless a specific wrongdoing charge is presented. Yesterday Mr McMorrow of Suffolk offered an order, acted on by Mr Quinn of Suffolk.
Harvard rowing faces a rare downturn as illness sweeps the teams. Only the sophomore crew managed a daily pull yesterday while the varsity eight and other boats are largely broken up due to a tonsillitis epidemic gripping Cambridge.
Harry aged 15 and Arthur aged 12, sons of A Perley Burnham, left their Beverly home Friday night and have not been seen since. Harry is about 6 ft 6 in, light, wearing a light suit and cap. Arthur is about 4 ft 10 in, light, wearing a black suit.
Inez M. Hobbs, seven, daughter of Mrs. Ella Hobbs of Locust street Lynn, died after being struck by an electric car at Glenmere square on April 26. She ran onto the track while playing with other children and was hit before the car could be stopped. Her scalp was torn and a brain clot caused death. No blame was found on the motorman.
Mr. Charles J. Kidney writes the Post that he has declined the Ward 2 ward committee nomination filed on Saturday last. He reasons that national politics should have no place in municipal elections.
Ayer May 6. The village of West Groton is uneasy over the disappearance of Thomas Newman the village fish man who went on his route last Wednesday and has not been seen since. Opinion is divided on the cause with some suspects of foul play while others think he left voluntarily. Newman served many years in the United States navy and is described as eccentric.
Dora Connell of Gloucester was arrested by Salem police for intoxication. Locked up she attempted suicide by choking herself multiple times, and a watch was placed upon her.
The 132d ballot for Delaware's United States Senator shows Higgins 6, Addicks 6, Massey 6, Pennewill 1, Ridgeley 9, Tunnell 1. Massey writes voters asking to stop using his name. The Legislature plans to adjourn Thursday.
Boston Aldermen clash over Tremont Street widening with Finance Committee opposition and Alderman Barry pushing for a public hearing. The flood of criticism targets the city charter changes and a push to abolish the Board of Aldermen, while new appointments and grants pass in a restless session.
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